2002 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 578 kg more than 2002 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C2. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C2.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Citroen C2 2006 Subaru Legacy
Make Citroen Subaru
Model C2 Legacy
Year Released 2002 2006
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 116 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.9 seconds 7.6 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1055 kg 1633 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2320 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.3 L/100km 10.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 41 L 64 L